Lakes High School vs Thomas Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakes High School
Lakewood · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,158 students
Thomas Middle School
Lakewood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
934 students
| Measure | Lakes High School Lakewood, Washington | Thomas Middle School Lakewood, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 333 | #253 of 363 |
| National rank | #9083 of 16,910 | #9209 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,158 | 934 |
| Enrollment | 1,158 | 934 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.3% | 63.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 33% |
| city | Lakewood | Lakewood |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakes High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.4 vs 42.8).
- •Lakes High School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 33%).
- •Lakes High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 56%).
- •Lakes High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.3% vs 63.6%).
- •Thomas Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 19.0).
- •Lakes High School is the larger school with 1,158 students compared with 934.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lakes High School better than Thomas Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lakes High School ranks higher (47.4 vs 42.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Lakes High School and Thomas Middle School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Lakewood and Lakewood in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakes High School: 1,158. Thomas Middle School: 934. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakes High School and Thomas Middle School rank in Washington?
Lakes High School is 211th of 333 and Thomas Middle School is 253rd of 363 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).